Overview
Who we are
Collaborative. Respectful. A place to dream and do. These are just a few words that describe what life is like at Toyota. As one of the world’s most admired brands, Toyota is growing and leading the future of mobility through innovative, high-quality solutions designed to enhance lives and delight those we serve. We’re looking for talented team members who want to Dream. Do. Grow. with us.
To save time applying, Toyota does not offer sponsorship of job applicants for employment-based visas or any other work authorization for this position at this time
This position is based out of PEMC in Kentucky.
Who we’re looking for
Toyota’s Manufacturing Innovation and Transformation – Manufacturing Center of Excellence is looking for a passionate and highly motivated Advanced Technology Engineer.
The primary responsibility of this role is to develop and implement innovative activities to improve current processes and manufacturing competitiveness.
Reporting to the MIT Manager, the person in this role will support the Production Engineering Division and SOAR Group’s to achieve cost reduction objectives.
What you’ll be doing
- Development of new technologies for PE and Manufacturing competitiveness improvement
- Lead and manage projects from concept to launch for new technology first introduction to manufacturing including creating schedules, establishing punch lists, and meeting established due dates and milestones.
- Develop equipment procurement scopes of work and ensure specification is met from planning to production use.
- Search for innovative solutions to align with cost reduction strategies to support factory of the future.
- Plan, execute and implement new technologies in a manufacturing setting and develop business case justification for implementation.
- Close collaboration between both internal and external groups across Toyota including NAMCs, TMC, TME, TTC, SOAR, PE support shops, & Plano divisions
- Ability to travel up to 30% to all North American Manufacturing Centers (NAMC’s) as well as Japan and other international regions based on phase of project
- Ability to work overtime as needed
What you bring
- Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, mechatronics, mechanical engineering technology OR at least 5 years of equivalent technical experience
- At least 3 years of production engineering or manufacturing process preparation experience
- Ability to work in a cross-functional environment to negotiate timelines, budgets, milestones, KPIs, vendor pricing, process requirements and constraints, design and quality targets.
- Experience with project management including writing detailed scope of work, creating schedules, budgeting, managing vendors/contractors, and providing regular status updates
- At least 2 years of experience working in Autodesk AutoCAD with strong proficiency
Added bonus if you have
- Master’s degree in engineering or advanced degree
- At least 5 years of production engineering or manufacturing process preparation experience
- General knowledge of Autodesk Inventor, Vault, CATIA, XVL (1+ yrs)
- Academic research experience in new technology or capstone leadership
- Experience in development of innovation projects in a manufacturing environment
- Experience deploying equipment including establishing process standards (RJ), PFMEA, and quality control plan
- Experience with automation and automated material dispensing systems
- Experience with mechanical design, testing, integration to process, and implementation.
- Experience deploying automotive production equipment
- Experience in robotics including safety, operation, programming, and maintenance
- Experience with vision systems and equipment integration
- Experience with PLCs (Toyopuc, Allen Bradley, Siemens, etc.)
- Knowledge Toyota vehicle structure and/or Toyota vehicle design standards.
- Practical knowledge of Machine Design and Machining/Fabrication.
- Experience in coatings and/or battery manufacturing desired
- Completion of TBP through panel
What We’ll Bring
During your interview process, our team can fill you in on all the details of our industry-leading benefits and career development opportunities. A few highlights include:
- A work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect
- Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career, as well as tuition reimbursement
- Team Member Vehicle Purchase Discount
- Toyota Team Member Lease Vehicle Program (if applicable)
- Comprehensive health care and wellness plans for your entire family
- Toyota 401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match, as well as an annual retirement contribution from Toyota, regardless of whether you contribute
- Paid holidays and paid time off
- Referral services related to prenatal services, adoption, childcare, schools, and more
- Tax-Advantaged Accounts (Health Savings Account, Health Care FSA, Dependent Care FSA)
- Relocation Assistance (if applicable)
Belonging at Toyota
Our success begins and ends with our people. We embrace all perspectives and value unique human experiences. Respect for all is our North Star. Toyota is proud to have 10+ different Business Partnering Groups across 100 different North American chapter locations that support team members’ efforts to dream, do and grow without questioning that they belong.
Applicants for our positions are considered without regard to race, ethnicity, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, religion, military or veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law.
Have a question, need assistance with your application or do you require any special accommodations? Please send an email to talent.acquisition@toyota.com.
